Grilled Fruit Kabobs

Jun 23, 2021, 9:00:00 PM

Grilled Fruit Kabobs are a win at any summer barbecue. The heat of the grill enhances the flavor of pineapples and melons.

Prep: 15 minutes plus soaking and standing - Grill: 8 minutes - Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS

  • 4            (10-inch) wooden skewers
  • 2            tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2            tablespoons honey
  • 1            tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2       tablespoon fresh lime zest
  • 1/4       teaspoon salt
  • 1            pinch ground cayenne pepper
  • 8            (1-inch) cubes honeydew melon
  • 8            (1-inch) cubes pineapple
  • 8            (1-inch) cubes watermelon

DIRECTIONS

1. Soak skewers in water 20 minutes. Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat. In large bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, oil, lime zest, salt and cayenne; add fruit and toss. Let fruit stand 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Alternately thread honeydew, pineapple and watermelon onto skewers; reserve lime juice mixture. Place skewers on hot grill rack; cover and cook 8 minutes or until grill marks appear, turning every 2 minutes. Serve kabobs drizzled with leftover lime juice mixture.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 kabob): 110 Calories, 4g Fat, 0g Saturated Fat, 0mg Cholesterol, 154mg Sodium, 21g Carbohydrates, 1g Fiber, 18g Sugars, 9g Added Sugars, 1g Protein